The VPI 16.5 is a reasonably-priced entry in this field, and Music Direct has it for $100 off list: http://www.musicdirect.com/p-5840-vpi-165-basic-bundle.aspx Plus, use coupon code THANKS15 and get another 10% off until May 11. -- Tom Fine Long-time highly satisfied user of a VPI HW17 machine.